Paint Prep Technician - Fast-Paced Manufacturing

PJ Trailers Inc.; Sumner (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Disability coverage

Company paid life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

PJ Trailers Inc. in Sumner, TX is seeking a Paint Prepper to prepare metal parts for painting. Responsibilities include blasting, washing, priming, and dipping parts, with occasional assembly and caulking to support production.

You will lift up to 60 pounds, stand for long periods, and work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and quality. This full-time role offers health, vision, dental, disability coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Must have basic mechanical aptitude and ability to follow instructions precisely.
• Experience in manufacturing/production is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Blast metal parts to remove rust, paint and contaminants.
• Wash parts in the wash bay for painting preparation.
• Prime parts for final coat.
• Dip parts in paint tanks for coating.
• Repair paint damage on finished trailers.
• Assemble parts per floor supervisor instructions.
• Caulk cracks and joints using pneumatic/hand caulking guns.
• Move materials and parts around the facility.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Follow safety procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Lifting 60 lbs

Stand for long periods

Attention to detail

Teamwork & communication

Safety-focused

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Pneumatic tools

Caulking guns

Job description

PJ Trailers Inc. in Sumner, TX is seeking a Paint Prepper to prepare metal parts for painting. Responsibilities include blasting, washing, priming, and dipping parts, with occasional assembly and caulking to support production.

You will lift up to 60 pounds, stand for long periods, and work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and quality. This full-time role offers health, vision, dental, disability coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.